Betrayed by the Father Reborn in His Rival's Arms novel Chapter 341

Truthfully, the old woman had zero intention of agreeing.

She tottered over to Madeline, taking her hand and stroking it with palms as rough as tree bark. She spoke in a heavy, patronizing tone. "A woman's true priority should be supporting her husband and raising children. I can see Quentin absolutely dotes on you. Just do your duty, don't stir up trouble, and enjoy a happy, fulfilling marriage. The business world requires drinking and schmoozing; it's practically impossible to balance with a family. Don't you agree?"

It was a vicious, calculated move to cut the legs out from under Madeline.

In Eleanor's eyes, a woman with Madeline's background and past was incredibly lucky to have hooked a tycoon like Quentin, who was willing to proudly flaunt her to the world. She had hit the jackpot. Countless women would be green with envy, scheming in the shadows to steal her spot. Securing Quentin's favor should be her ultimate priority. If she entered the cutthroat corporate world, accidents were bound to happen. If a woman focused too much on her career, her marriage would inevitably crumble.

She phrased it flawlessly, framing it as genuine concern for Madeline's well-being.

Madeline nodded. "Grandmother, thank you for accepting Quentin and me. If you're willing to support me, I'd like to give it a try. With Quentin as my mentor and my shield, I'm confident I can hold my own against anyone."

The moment Madeline finished speaking, Eleanor's expression darkened instantly.

Madeline had both resolve and ambition. She knew exactly what was at stake. This was exactly what she wanted. Only by infiltrating the group and rubbing elbows with the shareholders and management could she investigate the truth behind her parents' murders. Even if Eleanor refused, Quentin would eventually carve out a path for her. But that would mean waiting for an opportunity, and Madeline had no intention of letting this perfect chance slip through her fingers.

Madeline felt a wave of nausea, but she forced it down and kept her hand firmly clasped with Liliana's.

Offering a sweet smile, she replied, "That's wonderful, Liliana. I look forward to seeing your performance."

The words stung like a needle, but Liliana couldn't retaliate. Since she was the one publicly apologizing, Madeline had every right to speak to her with a condescending edge. Furthermore, Madeline was officially introduced as Quentin's fiancée and partner, cementing her position as Liliana's superior. The only difference was that Liliana's status was a complete lie, while Madeline's was undisputed reality.